United exploring ways to cut costs for play-offs

Chairman Stephen Thompson has revealed that Dundee United are exploring ways of cutting the cost of the play-offs for their fans, writes Ian Roache.

The Tangerines will enter the Premiership play-offs at either the quarter-final stage on May 10 or the semi-final a week later, depending on whether or not they can beat Falkirk to second spot in the Championship.

The SPFL rules do not allow season ticket books to be used for these fixtures and, as he praised United’s supporters for the backing they have given the Tangerines this season, Thompson stressed the board’s determination to do what they can to mitigate the costs.

In an address to fans, the Tannadice chairman said: “The focus is now fully on the play-offs.

“We are currently in discussion with the other clubs involved regarding pricing, and we will announce details in due course once agreed.

“SPFL rules do not allow season ticket use for play-off games, and indeed the club will receive just over 40% of any total ticket sales from the home fixtures after costs are taken off.

“We are looking at many ways of providing extra value and have also discussed with both JustSport Pro, who run the club superstore, and Sodexo, who run the in-stadium kiosks, about offering discount vouchers to those who attend the play-off matches at Tannadice by way of a thank you for your support.

“Alongside what we believe will be encouraging pricing to attend the home games, we can hopefully secure a large home crowd to assist the team in their (promotion) quest.”

Thompson added: “Throughout the whole campaign, the team have received fantastic backing from you.

“Week in, week out you have demonstrated your passion for United in impressive numbers both home and away.

“The fact that our average crowd at Tannadice remains the sixth best in the country is down to the loyalty shown by you, and I thank you for that support.”